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Not willing to go into debt to pick up a new portable PC? A Chromebook might be the answer, especially with these double discounts bringing the prices down even further on top brands.

By Joe Osborne & K. Thor Jensen
Two Chromebook on circuit background

There are two things we love at PCMag: Reviewing laptops and then finding them on sale. The best new tech + saving our readers money is what we're all about! So let's check out today's deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee
Best Laptop Deal of the Day April 14
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Dell's Inspiron 15 (model 3535) is a quintessential budget PC laptop with a flashy 120Hz display. This laptop delivers a decent Windows experience but trails the shinier Chromebook class.

By Eric Grevstad
Dell Inspiron 15 (3535) angle view

The fan favorite ultraportable is an excellent choice for students and Apple fans with basic computing needs.

Apple MacBook Air

Expand your laptop into a full desktop setup with 13 ports for displays, data transfer, charging, and network connectivity — now just $49.99 (regularly $70).

13-in-1 USB-C docking station

Need to buy a low-cost laptop soon? In the US, some laptop makers are hiking prices and ditching budget models. Here's how to stay a step ahead.

By Brian Westover
Budget Laptops Tariffs

When it comes to portable PCs, Lenovo dominates the pack time and time again. Its high-quality keyboards, exceptional durability and top-notch components make these machines a valuable investment, and now you can save big on some of our favorites.

By Joe Osborne & K. Thor Jensen
Two Lenovo laptops on colorful background
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Acer's Aspire Go 15 is a step below more costly mainstream laptops but a step above bare-bones budget models, helping it fill an important value niche.

By Eric Grevstad
Acer Aspire Go 15 front view

The year is young, but we've already seen some laptops rise to the top of the heap. Here are three deep discounts on the absolute best portables from top brands like Acer and Asus.

By K. Thor Jensen
Three laptops on a red background

There are two things we love at PCMag: Reviewing laptops and then finding them on sale. The best new tech + saving our readers money is what we're all about! So let's check out today's deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee
Best Laptop Deal of the Day April 9

Full HD 1080p is passé. For peak productivity and creativity, consider a laptop with a super-sharp 4K screen. Check out the best we've tested, plus a breakdown of 4K's pros and cons for gaming, productivity, and entertainment.

By Eric Grevstad
MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo

Whether you're a beginning coder or a seasoned developer, these are the laptops that will help you power through your next deadline project.

By Brian Westover
Dell XPS 17 (9730)

PC Labs tests more than 100 laptops every year. Buckle up: Based on our in-depth benchmarking, these are the speediest laptops on the market today.

By John Burek & Matthew Buzzi
The Fastest Laptops You Can Buy

MSI’s online store is also only showing a 'notify me' option instead of 'buy.'

By Michael Kan
Razer 18

There are two things we love at PCMag: Reviewing laptops and then finding them on sale. The best new tech + saving our readers money is what we're all about! So let's check out today's deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee
Best Laptop Deal of the Day April 8

Chromebooks are far less powerful than traditional gaming PCs, but there are ways to game on ChromeOS machines, even after the failure of Google's own cloud gaming platform.

By Jason Cohen & Whitson Gordon
baldur's gate 3 on chromebook

This budget-friendly, touchscreen Chromebook is ideal for students, professionals, and frequent flyers and today it's discounted by 72%.

Lenovo 300E 11.6″ Touchscreen Chromebook on a green background

Looking for a new computer? We rounded up all the best deals on new laptops that'll take your gaming, streaming, and scrolling to a whole new level. Let's get shopping!

By Joe Osborne & Jade Chung-Lee
Alienware m18 R2 laptop on a circuit background

'We would have to sell the lowest-end SKU at a loss' says the San Francisco-based hardware maker as it hits pause on offering sub-$1,000 versions of the Framework 13 laptop.

By Michael Kan
Framework laptop

There are two things we love at PCMag: Reviewing laptops and then finding them on sale. The best new tech + saving our readers money is what we're all about! So let's check out today's deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee
Best Laptop Deal of the Day August 7